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3 Important Events in 2017

Out with the old and in with the new.

Emma Geiser
Jan 02, 2017
Brookfield, Wisconsin
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It's out with the old and in with the new!

As the year of 2017 starts to take everybody by storm, here are a few things to pay attention to. Although I can not predict the future, I chose what I think will be the three most important events of the 2017.

1. Donald Trump's Inauguration


On Friday, January 20th, Donald Trump will assume office as the 45th President of the United States, marking the return of a Republican to the Presidential office as well as the first time in history when the House of Representatives, Senate, and Presidency will all be mainly controlled by the Republican Party. This also marks the end of the eight year office of President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, and quite possibly the best First Lady the White House has ever seen: Michelle Obama.

BOSS: MICHELLE OBAMA

We'll miss you guys!



2. Total Solar Eclipse

On August 21st, the Sun and the Moon will engage in a Total Solar Eclipse, a phase in which the moon will gradually line up with the sun, and at one point, it will completely cover the sun, thrusting the Earth into temporary darkness. If you live in the United States you may be able to see parts of the eclipse, however it will depend on where you live (there will not be another one until 2024!). Check this website to see if you may be able to look at the Eclipse: http://www.eclipse2017.org/2017/path_through_the_U...



3. Star Wars Episode VIII

Following the recent losses of both Carrie Fisher and her mother, Debbie Reynolds, Star Wars fans will be happy to hear that they will be able to see her for a last time in the eighth installment of the series. Episode 8, which was previously planned to be released in the middle of 2018, is now due to release on December 15th instead, so we don't have to wait more than a year from now to see it (although it's still a long ways away.)

RIP Carrie & Debbie

You both will be missed!



Other Good Movies to Look Out For in 2017:

- Hidden Figures (Jan. 6)

- Beauty and the Beast (Mar. 17)

- Wonder (Apr. 7)

- Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 2 (May 5)

- Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (May 26)

- Spider-Man: Homecoming (July 7)

- War for the Planet of the Apes (July 14)

- Thor: Ragnarok (Nov. 3)

- Pitch Perfect 3 (Dec. 22)

Like I said, I can't predict the future, but these were the 3 events I thought to be most important to 2017. Now, go break some New Years Resolutions!

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